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OFFICE OF NAN KOTTKE

COUNTY CLERK MARATHON COUNTY

Marathon County Mission Statement: Marathon County Government serves people

by leading, coordinating, and providing county, regional, and statewide initiatives. It directly or in cooperation with other public and private partners provides services and creates opportunities that make Marathon County and the surrounding area

a preferred place to live, work, visit, and do business.

ADJOURNED ANNUAL MEETING

THE ADJOURNED ANNUAL MEETING of the Marathon County Board of Supervisors, composed of thirty-eight (38) members, will convene at the Marathon County Courthouse, Assembly Room, 500 Forest Street, Wausau, on Tuesday, December 18, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following matters: A. OPENING OF SESSION: 1. Meeting called to order by Chairperson Gibbs at 7:00 p.m., the agenda being duly signed and posted 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag; Followed by a Moment of Silence/Reflection 3. Reading of Notice 4. Request for silencing of cellphones and other electronic devices 5. Roll Call 6. Acknowledgment of visitors 7. 15 Minute Public Comment B. CONSENT AGENDA: 8. Approval of minutes from the November 13 and 15, 2018 meetings 9. Referral of bills and communications to respective committees 10. Authorizing the Clerk to issue orders, bills and claims from the last session through this session C. REPORTS: 11. Marathon County Historical Society – How it Benefits the Community (Russ Wilson & Rick Lohr, MCHS Board Members) 12. Update on Uniform Addressing – Craig McEwen D. MEMORIAL 13. Life and Public Service of Dennis M. Weix E. APPOINTMENTS: 14. Wisconsin Valley Library Service Board of Trustees 15. Veterans Service Commission 16. Civil Service Commission 17. North Central Community Services Program Board 18. Board of Health 19. Public Library Board F. ORDINANCE: 20. Ordinance Amending General Code of Ordinances for Marathon County Chapter 21 Non- Metallic Mining Reclamation Code #O-33-18 21. Town of Easton Rezone, Tim Vreeland for Kolby Construction #O-34-18

R E S O L U T I O N S

G. TRANSPORTATION COORDINATING COMMITTEE AND HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE: 22. 2019 Elderly and Disabled Transportation (85.21) Application #R-58-18

H. FORESTRY / RECREATION COMMITTEE, MARATHON COUNTY PARK COMMISSION, ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE, AND HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE & PROPERTY COMMITTEE: 23. Acceptance of a Land Donation From the Wausau and Marathon County Parks Foundation Inc. #R-59-18 I. FORESTRY / RECREATION COMMITTEE, ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE, AND HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE & PROPERTY COMMITTEE: 24. Approving an Application to Acquire State Grant Funding Through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Program (1) #R-60-18 25. Approving an Application to Acquire State Grant Funding Through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Program (2) #R-61-18 J. FORESTRY / RECREATION COMMITTEE AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE: 26. To Approve the Annual County Forest Work Plan #R-62-18 27. Application for County Forest Acreage Share Loan Payment #R-63-18 K. FINANCE, PROPERTY, AND FACILITIES COMMITTEE: 28. A Resolution Amending the 2018 Capital Improvement Budget and the 2018-2022 Capital Improvement Program to Fund County Highway Z Bridge Replacement Over the Eau Claire River #R-64-18 L. HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE, AND PROPERTY COMMITTEE: 29. Approve 2018 Budget Transfers for Marathon County Department Appropriations #R-65-18 30. Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement with Langlade County to Provide Legal Services for Ch 54/55 Cases and Expansion of Part-Time Assistant Corporation Counsel to Full-Time Position and Reclassify Vacant Position of Assistant Corporation Counsel to a Paralegal #R-66-18 M. INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE: 31. Amending Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission #R-67-18 N. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE: 32. Resolution to Support Increased Compensation for Defense Counsel #R-68-18 O. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: 33. Announcements or Requests 34. Move to adjourn WITNESS: My signature this 18th day of December, 2018 Nan Kottke Marathon County Clerk NOTE: The next meeting of the County Board will be the Educational Meeting on Thursday, January

17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. The Business Meeting will be on Tuesday, January 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the Assembly Room of the Marathon County Courthouse.

NOTICE PROVIDED TO: County Board Members Marathon County Departments News Media Posted on County Website: www.co.marathon.wi.us Any person planning to attend this meeting who needs some type of special accommodation in order to participate should call the County Clerk’s Office at 715-261-1500 or e-mail [email protected] one business day before the meeting.

2018 Impact Statement

• 62 free programs/events provided to the community

• 1,612 fourth-grade school students from 38 schools experienced the Little Red School House

• 125 volunteers gave of their time and talent

• 2,200+ volunteer hours given to serve the community

• 1626 people toured the Yawkey House Museum and Gardens

• 3 free exhibits on display to tell the stories of our people

• 123 facility rentals to visitors, organizations, and locals

• Thousands of artifacts and photos preserved

• Thousands of records online

Only Marathon County Historical Society

• Employed as the official depository of county historical items and records – including government records (e.g. Marathon County Board proceedings, township and city records).

• Curates personal historical items and records – including diaries, scrapbooks, and photos.

• Curates local company histories (such as Wausau Insurance and Hammer Blow).

• Makes available research records in collection and provides assistance with research.

• Provides services of history specialists for projects and presentations across the county.

• Actively collects and curates oral histories from people across the county.

• Creates exhibits featuring stories from across the county.

More than 15,500 served directly (events, programs, tours, research, etc.) 33% increase in people served

Cooperative efforts with more than 40 other local organizations/businesses.

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Providing opportunities for all ages and across the county

Little Red School House Storytime in The Garden Vintage Board Game Night: All Ages

National History Day Kids’ History Day American Girl Themed Garden Party

Mother and Child Tea School Presentations Traveling Trunks

I Remember When Club Vintage Board Game Night: 21+ Valentine Tea

Bring Your Own Book Club Wings Over Wausau History Speaks Lecture Series

Houses in Bloom Christmas at the Houses Caroline Mark Birthday Celebration

I Remember When Club Vintage Board Game Night: 21+ After Hours Tours

Branch library and assisted living facility programs Traveling Rural Electrification exhibit

Keep up with the fun at: MarathonCountyHistory.org, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

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To learn more about the Marathon County Historical Society,

please contact one of our board members.

Marathon County Historical Society Board Members Pictured From Left To Right

Front Row: Rick Lohr, John Hattenhauer, Pat Gosz, Jane Johnson, Russ Wilson Back Row: Brett Barker, Jerry Viste, Brian Williams, Laurel Hoffmann, Kelly Zagrzebski, Bill

Bertram, DuWayne Zamzow.

Board Members Missing From Photo

Sandi Cihlar, Robert Hagge, Jr., Greg Huber, Dorothy Maxfield, Mary Roberts

Marathon County HistoricalSociety

Bringing history to life. Preserving our stories. Having fun.

2018 at a Glance

• 62 free programs/events provided to the community

• 1,612 fourth‐grade school students from 38 schools experienced the Little Red School House

• 125 volunteers gave of their time and talent

• 2,200+ volunteer hours given to serve the community

• 1626 people toured the Yawkey House Museum and Gardens

• 3 free exhibits on display to tell the stories of our people

• 123 facility rentals to visitors, local organizations, and locals

• Thousands of artifacts and photos preserved for the future

• Thousands of records online to help researchers near and far

More than 15,500 served directly (events, programs, tours, research, etc.)33% increase in people served over 2017

• Acts as the official depository of county historical items and records – including government records (e.g. Marathon County Board proceedings, township and city records).

• Curates personal historical items and records – including diaries, scrapbooks, and photos.

• Curates local company histories (such as Wausau Insurance and Hammer Blow).

• Makes available research records in collection and provides assistance with research.

• Provides services of history specialists for projects and presentations across the county.

• Actively collects and curates oral histories from people across the county.

• Creates exhibits featuring stories from across the county.

No One Else

Youth and FamiliesLittle Red School HouseStorytime in The GardenVintage Board Game NightNational History DayKids’ History DayAmerican Girl Themed Garden PartyMother and Child TeaSchool PresentationsTraveling Trunks

All AgesWings Over Wausau History Speaks Lecture SeriesHouses in BloomChristmas at the HousesCaroline Mark Birthday Celebration

AdultsI Remember When ClubVintage Board Game Night: 21+Valentine TeaBring Your Own Book ClubBranch library and assisted living facility programs

2018 Programing

• History Speaks in Your Town

• Little Red School House program

• Farm Technology Days

• Traveling Trunks presentations

• School presentations

• School visits to Yawkey House Museumand Woodson History Center

• Branch library and assisted living facility programs

• Traveling Rural Electrification exhibit

• Exhibits that include communities across the county

• Hosted film crew from Europe

Around the County

Center for the Visual ArtsCentral Wisconsin Model Railroad ClubCommunity ConnectionsEdgar Historical SocietyEGL AcademyFarm Technology DaysFriends of Wausau Historic LandmarksFromm Brothers Historical Preservation SocietyI.S. Horgan Agricultural MuseumJunior AchievementLimericks Public HouseMarathon City Heritage CenterMarathon County Genealogical SocietyMarathon County Public LibraryMarathon County Master GardenersMarathon County School DistrictsMosinee Historical SocietyNorthcentral Technical College Pommerscher Verein of Central Wisconsin

Spencer Historical SocietyStratford Historical SocietyThe Neighbors’ PlaceUW – ExtensionUW ‐ Stevens Point at Wausau Wausau Antique Study ClubWausau/Central Wisconsin CVBWausau Concert BandWausau Conservatory of MusicWausau EventsWausau Garden ClubWausau Historic Preservation CommissionWausau/Marathon County Parks DepartmentWausau Municipal AirportWausau River DistrictWIPPSWisconsin Historical SocietyWisconsin Valley FairWoodson Art MuseumYMCA

Cooperative Efforts

Digital Presence

Social Media:• 2,660+ followers on Facebook• Regular posts highlighting stories, people and artifacts• Photos from our events• Always current events calendar• A community for exchanging thoughts and ideas

Our Website:• Award winning design• Research portal with thousands of records and documents available• Photo portal with thousands of images available for viewing• In depth articles about events and people of Marathon County• Updated events calendar

Recent Additions• Storytime In The Garden• I Remember When Club• Vintage Board Game Night: All Ages• Vintage Board Game Night: 21+• After Hours Tours• History Speaks in Your Town

Popular events returning in 2019 • Cemetery Tours• Local History Tour

Keep up with the fun at:MarathonCountyHistory.org, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

New & Upcoming

MEMORIAL Life and Public Service of Dennis M. Weix Dennis M. Weix, 72, died on Monday, November 5, 2018 at ThedaCare Medical Center in Waupaca. Private graveside services were held at the Abbotsford Public Cemetery, with military honors provided by the Colby VFW Post No. 2227. Dennis was a member of the Marathon County Board from 2000-2006. He served on the Forestry, Recreation & Zoning Committee, as well as the Health Board during that time. Dennis was Clerk for the Village of Edgar from March, 1994 to August, 2008. He served as Abbotsford Clerk before that time. Dennis Weix is hereby honored and remembered for his faithful public service. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors that they enter this Memorial into the proceedings of the Board out of respect for the memory of Dennis M. Weix. A copy of this memorial shall be sent to his family with the sympathies of the Board. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018. _______________________________________ Kurt Gibbs, Chairperson Marathon County Board of Supervisors STATE OF WISCONSIN ) )SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON ) I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above Memorial was approved by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018. _______________________________________ Nan Kottke Marathon County Clerk

APPOINTMENT Wisconsin Valley Library Service Board of Trustees

I, Kurt Gibbs, Marathon County Board Chair, do hereby, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, reappoint the following individuals to the Wisconsin Valley Library Service Board of Trustees, for three year terms to expire December 31, 2021: Michael Otten, 2504 Teal Avenue, Wausau (re-appointment) Sonja Ackerman, 830 Fulton Street, Wausau (re-appointment) Further, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, I appoint Kari Sweeney, 609 Gray Place, Wausau, to the Wisconsin Valley Library Service Board to complete a term expiring December 31, 2019, replacing Katie Rosenberg. Per diem and mileage/expense reimbursement will not be paid for meeting attendance. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018. ____________________________________ Kurt Gibbs, Chairperson County Board of Supervisors STATE OF WISCONSIN ) )SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON ) I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above appointments were confirmed by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018. ____________________________________ S E A L Nan Kottke Marathon County Clerk

APPOINTMENT Veterans Service Commission

I, Brad Karger, Marathon County Administrator, do hereby, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, re-appoint Bernie Gauerke, 4707 Augustine Avenue, Weston, to the Veterans Service Commission for a three year term to expire December 31, 2021. An annual salary of $100 shall be paid and mileage reimbursement is allowed, paid upon request. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018. ____________________________________ Brad Karger Marathon County Administrator STATE OF WISCONSIN ) )SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON ) I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above appointment was confirmed by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018. ____________________________________ S E A L Nan Kottke Marathon County Clerk

APPOINTMENT Civil Service Commission

I, Brad Karger, Marathon County Administrator, do hereby, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, re-appoint Ann Werth, 1501 Roosevelt, Wausau, to the Civil Service Commission for a five year term to expire December 31, 2023.

Each member of the Commission receives an annual payment of $200 according to State Statute and mileage/expense reimbursement is allowed for meeting attendance.

Dated this 18th day of December, 2018.

_____________________________________ Brad Karger Marathon County Administrator

STATE OF WISCONSIN )

)SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON )

I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above appointment was confirmed by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018.

_____________________________________ S E A L Nan Kottke

Marathon County Clerk

APPOINTMENT North Central Community Services Program Board

I, Brad Karger, Marathon County Administrator, do hereby, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, appoint the following individuals to the North Central Community Services Program Board for three year terms to expire December 31, 2021: Randy Balk, 1811 Cedar Creek Drive, Rothschild (re-appointment) Capt. Benjamin Bliven, Wausau Police Department (re-appointment) Theresa Wetzsteon, 500 Forest St, Wausau (re-appointment) Supervisor Jeff Zriny, 600 Country Club Road, Wausau (re-appointment) Per diem and mileage/expense reimbursement will be paid to eligible members of the Board. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018. ____________________________________ Brad Karger Marathon County Administrator STATE OF WISCONSIN ) )SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON ) I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above appointment was confirmed by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018. ____________________________________ S E A L Nan Kottke Marathon County Clerk

APPOINTMENT Board of Health

I, Brad Karger, Marathon County Administrator, do hereby, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, reappoint the following individuals to the Board of Health for five year terms to expire December 31, 2023:

Dean Danner, 425 Pine Ridge Blvd., Wausau Dr. Lori Shepherd, 4027 Ashland Avenue, Wausau

Per diem and mileage/expense reimbursement is allowed, paid upon request.


_____________________________________ Brad Karger Marathon County Administrator

STATE OF WISCONSIN )

)SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON )

I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above appointments were confirmed by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018.

_____________________________________ S E A L Nan Kottke

Marathon County Clerk

APPOINTMENT Public Library Board

I, Brad Karger, Marathon County Administrator, do hereby, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, appoint Sara Thurs, 1105 Greenhill Drive, Wausau, to the Marathon County Public Library Board to complete a term to expire December 31, 2020, replacing Alison Morrow. Further, upon approval of the Board of Supervisors, I reappoint the following individuals to the Marathon County Public Library Board for three year terms to expire December 31, 2021: Supervisor Katie Rosenberg, 1706 Emerson St, Wausau Kari Sweeney, 609 Gray Place, Wausau Scott Winch, D3291 Rusty Road, Stratford Per diem and mileage/expense reimbursement will be paid for meeting attendance, to be paid from library budgeted funds. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018. ____________________________________ Brad Karger Marathon County Administrator STATE OF WISCONSIN ) )SS. COUNTY OF MARATHON ) I, Nan Kottke, County Clerk in and for Marathon County, Wisconsin, hereby certify that the above appointment was confirmed by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors at their Adjourned Annual meeting which was held December 18, 2018. ____________________________________ S E A L Nan Kottke Marathon County Clerk

ORDINANCE #O-33-18

ORDINANCE AMENDING GENERAL CODE OF ORDINANCES FOR MARATHON COUNTY CHAPTER 21 NONMETALLIC MINING RECLAMATION CODE

WHEREAS, the Marathon County Board of Supervisors has been petitioned to amend the

General Code of Ordinances for Marathon County Chapter 21 Nonmetallic Mining Reclamation Code, and

WHEREAS, the petition was referred to the Marathon County Environmental Resources

Committee for public hearing; and

WHEREAS, the Committee, on due notice, conducted a public hearing on the proposed amendment on December 6, 2018, and filed their recommendation with the Board, and

WHEREAS, the proposed amendment has been given due consideration by the Board in

open session,

NOW, THEREFORE, the County Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does ordain as follows:

The General Code of Ordinances for Marathon County Chapter 21 Nonmetallic mining Reclamation Code is amended in the following respects:

For general text amendment changes to the General Code of Ordinance for Marathon County Chapter 21 Nonmetallic Mining Reclamation Code that provides revisions to those portions of Chapter 21 pertaining and relating to NR340, Nonmetallic Mining and Reclamation associated with navigable waterways and adjacent areas, and removes the fee schedule from the ordinance.

Dated this 6th day of December, 2018

______________________________________________________________ Jacob Langenhahn – Chairman, Environmental Resources Committee

Dated this day of , 2018

Kurt Gibbs - Marathon County Board Chair

ORDINANCE # O -34-18 Town of Easton Rezone

WHEREAS, the Marathon County Board of Supervisors has been petitioned to amend the General Code of Ordinances for Marathon County Chapter 17 Zoning Code Chapter 17; by Tim Vreeland on behalf of Kolby Construction LLC to rezone from G-A General Agriculture to R-R Rural Residential on property described as part of the SW ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 33, Township 29 North, Range 09 East, Town of Easton. Parent parcel is approximately 35.8 Acres with PIN# 018-2909-334-0988.

WHEREAS, the petition was referred to the Marathon County Environmental Resources Committee (the Committee) for public hearing; and

WHEREAS, the Committee, on due notice, conducted a public hearing thereon, pursuant to Section 59.69, Wisconsin Statutes on November 1, 2018 and December 6, 2018 to consider the petition to amend Chapter 17; and

WHEREAS, the Committee being duly informed of the facts pertinent to the changes proposed, having reviewed the staff report, and duly advised of the recommendations of the Town of Easton, hereby recommends the petition be GRANTED AS APPLIED FOR

NOW, THEREFORE, the County Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does ordain as follows: The General Code of Ordinances for Marathon County Chapter 17 Zoning Code (and accompanying Zoning Map) is amended as stated above.

Dated this 6th day of December, 2018

ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE

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RESOLUTION # R-58-18

2019 ELDERLY AND DISABLED TRANSPORTATION (85.21) APPLICATION

WHEREAS, Section 85.21 of the Wisconsin Statutes authorizes the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to make grants to the counties of Wisconsin for the purpose of assisting them in providing specialized transportation services to the elderly and the disabled; and

WHEREAS, each grant must be matched with a local share of not less than 20% of the amount of the grant; and

WHEREAS, this body considers that the provision of specialized transportation services would improve and promote the maintenance of human dignity and self-sufficiency of the elderly and the disabled.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does ordain as follows:

1) Authorizes Rebecca Frisch, Director of Conservation, Planning, and Zoning, to prepare and submit to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation an application for assistance during 2019 under Section 85.21 of the Wisconsin Statutes, in conformance with the requirements issued by that Department.

2) Authorizes the obligation of funds in the amount of $65,798.00 in order to provide the required local match.

3) Authorizes Kurt Gibbs, County Board Chairperson, to execute a state aid contract with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation under Section 85.21 of the Wisconsin Statutes on behalf of Marathon County.

Dated this 18th day December 2018.

TRANSPORTATION COORDINATING COMMITTEE

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE

Total allocation for 85.21 transportation program for 2019:

State allocation: $328,988.00

Local match @ 20%: $65,798.00

FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT: The required local match for transportation services under the s.85.21 program have been budgeted for 2019.

Marathon County Board of Supervisors – Courthouse, 500 Forest St., Wausau WI 54403 - P: 715-261-1500

December 18, 2018 85.21 Program Manager Bureau of Transit, Local Roads, Railroads & Harbors Wisconsin Department of Transportation PO Box 7913 Madison, WI 53707-7913

MARATHON COUNTY 2019 SPECIALIZED TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM APPLICATION

Marathon County hereby makes an application for $328,988.00 in state assistance under Section s.85.21 of the Wisconsin Statutes to provide specialized transportation services for the seniors and individuals with disabilities in 2019. The County assures that $65,798.00 in local funds have been budgeted and will be available as the share required to match the 85.21 grant.

The applicant affirms that the information submitted in this application is true and correct.

Sincerely,

Kurt Gibbs, Chairperson Marathon County Board of Supervisors

Enclosure: 2019 Specialized Transportation Application

85.21 County Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance

CY 2019 Application | Applicant Info 1 of 25

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YES X

NO

Federal Grant Match Please place an "X" next to any federal grant that will be using §85.21 funds as local match.

Other (Please explain)

Telephone Number Extension

None

Applicant Status

Organization Info

Organization

Email Address

Primary Contact for this grant program

715-261-6043 Extension

Application Preparer (if different than primary contact)

Name Same as above

Place your initials in box to the right to certify your eligibility - You are certifying that the applicant is a county government, or an agency of the county department. Private non-profits or Aging Units organized as a non-profit under Wis. Stat. 46.82(1)(a)3, are not eligible to apply for this grant.

Place your initials in box certifying all organization information, including, contacts and titles, have been updated in the BlackCat Online Grant Management System (GMS) and are true and correct to the best of your ability.

Telephone Number

David Mack

2019 APPLICANT INFORMATION FORM

County of

*******************************************************************************************For additional information on this Application Workbook,

please refer to the §85.21 Application Guidelines for CY2019

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MARATHON

Email Address [email protected]

Name

(If no, please explain how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements for equivalency of service between ambulatory and non-ambulatory passengers will be met.)

Title of Coordinated Plan:

The goal(s) and/or strategies from which your project is included:

Page number(s) of the Coordinated plan in which the goals may be referenced:

Marathon County Locally Developed, Coordinated Public Transit - Human Service Transportation Plan 2019-2023

Strategy #3, Update County-wide human service transit needs assessment to gain better understanding of the current unmet needs for transportation services and how to better focus efforts to meet those needs. Expand study to include employment related needs. Actions: Utilize 85.21 grant funding for match to apply for 5304 discretionary planning funds Pages 9 and 10.

Assessibility Please indicate whether or not §85.21state aid be used for the transportation of persons you cannot walk or who walk with assistance during the calendar year.

Coordination Please identify the county's coordinated plan name, goal(s) and page number(s) in which your §85.21 project(s) is/are derived from

mailto:[email protected]


CY 2019 Application | Checklist 3 of 25

Complete

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If applicable: Upload Third Party Contracts &/or Leases to the "Resources" tab

Review Summary tab

Project Descriptions & Budgets

Third Party Contracts

Complete Vehicle Inventory (regardless of funding source)

Upload Transmittal Letter

Upload Public Hearing and Notice

Upload Local Review Form

Trust Fund Plan (for counties with a signed board resolution)

Application Information Form

MARATHON

APPLICANT CHECKLIST

Required Components

County of

Update Contact Information in BlackCat Online GMS

Upload completed application workbook:


CY 2019 Application | Vehicle Inventory 4 of 25

County of

Vehicle Type

(Mini van, Med. Bus, etc)Model Year Current Mileage

No. of Ambulatory / Wheelchair Positions

(Ambulatory/Non-Ambulatory)

Enter "X" to indicate vehicle funded

through WisDOT 5310 or 85.21

program

Place "X" in box to indicate if vehicle is leased to another

party.

Chevrolet/Glavel 2012 37,700 2



Chevrolet/Glavel 2012 34,259 2 Ford HSV 2013 78,803 6/3Ford HSV 2013 89,969 6/3

Ford Starcraft 2015 40,893 8/3 Ford Starcraft 2007 101,359 12/2 Ford Starcraft 2007 89,969 9/1 GMC Startran 2007 65,824 26/2 Ford Starcraft 2008 48,717 4/2

International SB 2009 99,271 32/2 International SB 2009 87,130 32/2 Ford Starcraft 2010 62,227 12 amb Ford Starcraft 2010 67,730 7/1 Ford Starcraft 2010 61,622 7/1GMC Startran 2010 56,890 30/2

International SB 2011 50,709 30/2 Ford Starcraft 2017 15,826 8/3

VEHICLE INVENTORY

Instructions: Please provide your entire specialized transit vehicle inventory (Include all vehicles that are used for transportation of elders, regardless of funding source).

MARATHON


CY 2019 Application | Third Party Contracts 6 of 25

County of

Project NameAnticipated or Known

Contractor NameType of Agreement

("Lease" or "Contract")

Bidding Required

"Yes" or "No"

Start Date

(MM/DD/YY)

Expiration Date

(MM/DD/YY)

North Central Health Care North Central Health Care Memo of Understanding No 11/1/2003 Open

Metro Ride Wausau Area Transit System, dba, Metro Ride

Memo of Understanding No 12/1/2001 Open

THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS

Instructions: Please complete the table below for any existing or anticipated third party contracts for your specialized transportation services. Upload a copy of the lease or contract to a folder in the "Resources" tab. (If there are no projects or vehicles that are contracted or leased out, please put "None" in the first grey box.)

MARATHON


CY 2019 Application | Trust Fund 8 of 25

County of

Planned year of purchase

(YYYY)Project Cost

2019 50,000.00$

2019 35,000.00$

85,000.00$

135,000.00$

Spending plan for 2019 = 85,000.00$ Funds added for 2019 = Est. balance on 12/31/19 = 50,000.00$ Spending plan for 2020 = -$ Funds added for 2020 = Est. balance on 12/31/20 = 50,000.00$ Spending plan for 2021 = -$ Funds added for 2021 = Est. balance on 12/31/21 = 50,000.00$

20 Video Camera Security System - NCHC Vehicles

5 new ADA Compliant Bus Stop Shelters with Solar Lighting - Metro Ride

Estimated amount state aid to be held in trust on 12/31/2018

Total projected cost of 3-year plan

Expenditure Item If non-vehicle capital purchase, please provide description on second page below.

TRUST FUND SPENDING PLAN

MARATHON

Instructions: Please record your plan on how your county will spend down their trust fund over the next three years. Be as specific as possible. Do NOT include 2018 purchases made with trust funds.

Prepared by Dave Mack

Will auto calculate based on year entered aboveEnter amount of funds planning to add for the

next 3 years. If none, enter "0".

Date complete November 14, 2018

Narrative for non-vehicle equipment purchases. *Please explain why you are requesting WisDOT approval for an exception. If already received WisDOT approval, please list date approval received. (Hint: Use "ALT" and "Enter" to start a new paragraph.)

The video security system is warrented for the safety of the drivers and the passengers to facilitate any issues arising from complaints on the vehicles. 20 camera setups and the video storage equipment will be a part of this system.

The current bus shelters still being used by Metro Ride passengers were constructed before the ADA regulations and this funding would cover the cost of replacing 5 shelters with ADA compliant space and be solar lighted facilities.


CY 2019 Application | Trust Fund 9 of 25

County of

Narrative for non-vehicle equipment purchases continued. (Hint: Use "ALT" and "Enter" to start a new paragraph.)

TRUST FUND SPENDING PLANContinued

Marathon

For additional space to complete your narrative. Please scroll down to second page.


CY 2019 Application | Project 1 11 of 25

N/A

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Brief description of Study

General Project Summary (Provide a brief description of this project. Use "ALT" and "Enter" to start a new paragraph.)

Volunteer Driver Voucher Program

Vehicle Purchase Management Study

Planning Study

Other (provide explanation) Some of NCHC drivers are also paid staff

NCHC paratransit services is public transportation for persons over 60 or persons with disabilities. Access to this service is limited to persons whose physical and mentals disability prevents them from riding the Metro Ride buses or the Metro Ride Paratransit Program. NCHC services were also designed to meet the needs of clients that live outside the Metro Ride Paratransit service area or those that are in need of door-through-door servcies who does not have other resources for transportation. The NCHC service area is all parts of Marathon County including the service area of Metro Ride Paratransit service. The overlap in service is based on NCHC providing door-through-door services county wide and Metro Ride providing curb-to-curb service in their area only.

Third Party Provider North Central Health Care

Date contract last updated

Type of Service (Place an "x" next to the type of service you will be providing for this project)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

County of MARATHON

Project Name North Central Health Care (NCHC)

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Instructions



Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

based on volunteer availability 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am based on volunteer

availability

based on volunteer availability







PROJECT DESCRIPTION, Continued

Geography of Service (List the counties, as well as cities/areas that are serviced though this project. Use "ALT" and "Enter" to start a new line.)

All cities, villages and towns in Marathon County

Service Hours (Indicate your general hours of service for this project.)

End Time

Marathon County Transportation Program through NCHC has a range of copay costs based on mileage from the pickup location (costs are one way).

Passenger Revenue (Briefly describe passenger revenue requirements for this project)

Start time

Service Requests (Briefly describe how your service is requested for this project)Clients, healthcare provides, advocates, and families can call in advance of the appointments for services Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Passenger Eligibility (Briefly indicate passenger eligibility requirements for this project)Marathon County residents 60 years old or older or developmentally disabled go through an application process

If no volunteer drivers are available, NCHC may contract with taxi services for the desired trips.Additional description

(if applicable)



Amount

$237,697

$50,000

$47,539

$161,253

Total $29,500

Total $131,753

Total

Total

Total

Total

(provide name and/or description and record total amount in the box to the right of the description. Include sources such as other grants and/or programs.)

*Please note: Breakdown of expenses is not required at this time. You will provide the breakdown of actual expenses in the Annual Financial Report that you will submit at the end of the calendar year.

Other funds Total from G.

Total from A.

Total from B.

Total from C.

Total from D.

Total from E.

Total from F.

Enter the amount for each funding source that will be used to for this projects. *When complete, please scroll to bottom of this page to ensure the Expenditures minus Revenue equals $0.

C. County Match Funds

D. Passenger Revenue

E. Older American Act (OAA) funding

F. §5310 Operating or Mobility Management funds

Total Expenses $496,489

Expenditures should equal revenue

Self Pay Client Revenue (copays)

Contracted Services

Revenue Total

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PROJECT BUDGET

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Section Description

Annual ExpendituresEnter the amount of total expenditures for this projects

Annual Revenue

A. §85.21 funds from annual allocation

B. §85.21 funds from trust fund

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1.

$496,489



N/A


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Project Name Metro Ride (Metro)

Third Party Provider Wausau Area Transit Ssystem, dba, Metro Ride





PROJECT DESCRIPTION

County of MARATHON

Planning Study

Other (provide explanation) ADA Paratransit Servcie

General Project Summary (Provide a brief description of this project. Use "ALT" and "Enter" to start a new paragraph.)Metro Ride Paratransit service is an origin-destination service provided pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It is available to persons who are unable, because fo a physical or mental disability, to access the Metro Ride fixed route bus service. The service area includes all areas within 3/4 of a mile from a Metro Ride regular fixed route within the City of Wausau. Paratransit servcie hours are the same as the fixed route bus service hours, from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm.




N/A 6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 am N/A

N/A 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm N/A


Only in the City of Wausau


noneAdditional description

(if applicable)

ADA paratransit fares cannot exceed twice the regular adult fare for the fixed route bus service. The Metro Ride adult fare is $1.75 and the paratransit fare is $2.25

The program is available to persons who are unable, because of a physical or mental disability, to navigate to and from Matro Ride bus stops or to board, alight or ride a Metro Ride transit bus. Applying for the program involves the completion of a paper application, which includes a verification from a mediacl professional. Eligibility determinations are made by Metro Ride staff.


Passenger Eligibility (Briefly indicate passenger eligibility requirements for this project)


End Time

Start time

Service Requests (Briefly describe how your service is requested for this project)Ride requests must be made no later than 4:30 pm on the day prior to the desired trip. Requests are taken via telephone by Metro Ride staff. Requests on Holidays and weekends may be made via voicemail.



Amount

$65,433

$35,000

$13,087

$9,180

$107,189

Total $47,163

Total $60,026

Total

Total

Total

Total




§85.21 funds from annual allocation


Total from A.

Total from B.

Total from C.

Total from D.

Enter the amount of total expenditures for this projects

Annual Revenue


Revenue Total $229,889

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4.

Federal Operating Assistance S. 5307

Total from E.

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Other funds

3.

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1. State Operating Assistance s.85.20

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PROJECT BUDGET

Annual Expenditures

Section Description



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Project Name Marathon County CPZ Department (CPZ)

Third Party Provider N/A





PROJECT DESCRIPTION

County of MARATHON

Planning Study

Other (provide explanation) Grant administration by recipient

General Project Summary (Provide a brief description of this project. Use "ALT" and "Enter" to start a new paragraph.)Marathon County CPZ Department provides grant administration services for the County and the two project components of this entire program, Metro Ride and NCHC. CPZ staff is also the staff to the Transportation Coordinating Committee that oversees the County Program. Funds will be used for salaries of participating staff.All




N/A 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am 8:00 am N/A

N/A 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm N/A


All cities, villages, and towns within Marathon County


N/AAdditional description

(if applicable)

Not Applicable

Not Applicable


Passenger Eligibility (Briefly indicate passenger eligibility requirements for this project)


End Time

Start time

Service Requests (Briefly describe how your service is requested for this project)Not Applicable



Amount

$25,858

$5,172

$0

Total

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Total

Total

Total

Total




§85.21 funds from annual allocation


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Total from B.

Total from C.

Total from D.

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Annual Revenue


Revenue Total $31,030

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Section Description


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County of

Project Name North Central Health Care (NCHC) Metro Ride (Metro)

Marathon County CPZ Department

(CPZ)Totals

Total Project Expenses $496,489.00 $229,889.00 $31,030.00 $757,408.00

§85.21 Annual Allocation $237,697.00 $65,433.00 $25,858.00 $328,988.00

§85.21 Trust Fund $50,000.00 $35,000.00 $0.00 $85,000.00

County funds $47,539.00 $13,087.00 $5,172.00 $65,798.00

Passenger Revenue $0.00 $9,180.00 $0.00 $9,180.00

Older American Act (OAA) $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

§5310 grant funds $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Total from other funds $161,253.00 $107,189.00 $0.00 $268,442.00

1. $29,500.00 $47,163.00 $0.00 $76,663.00

2. $131,753.00 $60,026.00 $0.00 $191,779.00

4. $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

5. $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

6. $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Expenses - revenue = $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00

Project Expenses

Project Revenue by Funding Source

COUNTY ELDERLY TRANSPORTATION 2019 PROJECT BUDGET SUMMARY

MARATHON

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LOCAL REVIEW FORM

Is the committees or commissions on aging, county aging unit and boards (created

under ss. 51.42 and 51.437, Stats.) part of the county’s Transportation Coordination

Committee or equivalent?

Yes

No

If you selected “No”, you MUST include evidence of their review of this application and

upload to the Online Grant Management section for “Local Review” with this form.

Such evidence may include:

Witten endorsements

Recommendations or criticism

Minutes of meetings attended by the above organizations at which the

application was discussed.

PUBLIC NOTICE AND HEARING FORMS | 1

PUBLIC NOTICE AND HEARING FORMS Be sure to complete the following components:

1. Publication notice (Page 1) a. Date of publication b. Copy of publication in the paper

2. Public hearing (Page 2) a. Date of public hearing b. Provide summary of comments made during the public hearing as they relate to

the application. If none, type “None”. 3. Attach a copy the meeting minutes during which the approval for the application was

granted.

Date of notice publication:

PUBLIC NOTICE AND HEARING FORMS | 2

RESOLUTION #R-59-18

ACCEPTANCE OF A LAND DONATION FROM THE WAUSAU AND MARATHON COUNTY PARKS FOUNDATION INC.

WHEREAS, the Wausau and Marathon County Park Foundation, Inc. (hereafter “Foundation”)

accepted a donation of 80 acres of land (hereinafter “the Property”) from Thomas and Joan Miller on December 31, 1986 with the condition the land be used for a public park or other similar use; and

WHEREAS, the Foundation has offered to donate to Marathon County the Property which is suitable for scenic, outdoor recreation, public hunting and fishing, water conservation and other multiple uses; and

WHEREAS, the Property is legally described as Government Lots Thirteen (13) and Fourteen (14) in Section Eighteen (18), Township Twenty-Nine (29) North, Range Nine (9) East: and

WHEREAS, the Marathon County Park Commission, Marathon County Forestry/Recreation

Committee and the Environmental Resources Committee desire to make use of the Property for the benefit of County taxpayers; and

WHEREAS, the attached Deed dated, January 2. 1987, conveying the Property to the

Foundation contains certain restrictions and conditions which create a reversionary clause and which run with the land; and

WHEREAS, Objective 5.2 of the 2018-2022 Marathon County Strategic Plan promotes sound

land use decisions that conserve and preserve natural resources in decisions with economic development and growth; and

WHEREAS, strategies “C and F” of the Strategic Plan are to acquire land for public park and

forest use to retain natural landscapes and protect natural resources, and; WHEREAS, this donation of land meets Outcome Measure 3 of the Strategic Plan of acquiring

an average of 320 acres of land per year for the Marathon County Parks and Forests system; and WHEREAS, Wis. Stats 59.52(19) and 27.05(2) allow for acceptance of donation of real property;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the County Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does ordain as follows:

1. Accept the Property, described above, subject to the restrictions and conditions contained on attached Deed, dated January 2, 1987, which create a reversionary clause and which will continue to run with the land;

2. That the County Forest blocking boundaries listed and described in Chapter 900 of Marathon County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2006 – 2020 be amended to include this property;

3. Direct the Property to be entered under Wis. Stats. 28.11 and be designated as County Forest Special Use Lands;

4. Delegate the supervision and management of the Property to the Forestry/Recreation Committee and the Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Board of Supervisors hereby authorizes and directs the County Clerk to issue checks pursuant to this resolution and the Treasurer to honor said checks.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all appropriate officials of Marathon County are hereby authorized and empowered to take actions necessary to effectuate the purposes of this resolution.


FORESTRY/RECREATION COMMITTEE

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MARATHON COUNTY PARK COMMISSION

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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE

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HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE AND PROPERTY COMMITTEE

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Fiscal Impact: Closing costs estimated at less than $300

To: Marathon County Board of Supervisors From: Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department Date: December 18, 2018 Item: Land Donation - Discussion and Possible Action Accepting the Donation of Land

from the Parks Foundation to be Designated as a Special Use County Forest. The Wausau and Marathon County Parks Foundation currently owns 80 acres of

forest land in the Town of Easton. The land was donated to the Foundation in 1986 by Thomas and Joan Miller. A stipulation of the donation was that the land be used for a public park or similar public use. The property is fully wooded containing mixed hardwood, Aspen, Hemlock, Balsam Fir and White Pine. The property is bisected by Big Sandy Creek. In 2015 the Foundation conducted a timber sale on the front half of the property. The goal was to harvest the remaining timber on the back half of the property and utilize the proceeds from the timber sale to install a parking lot and build trails throughout the property. However crossing the creek has become an expensive and difficult obstacle.

It was the intention of the Foundation to donate the land to the County once the trails

and parking lot were installed. As a 501c3 the Foundation should not possess an asset such as land. The Foundation has voted to donate the land to the county forest system. The land will be designated a Special Use County Forest. This designation continues to keep the land open to the public for nature study, hiking, outdoor recreation, hunting and fishing, water conservation, scenic values, Forest Management and other multiple uses that are consistent with the County Forest Law, Section 28.11, Wisconsin Statutes.

The Forestry/Recreation Committee and the Parks Commission discussed and

reviewed the donation of the 80 acres to Marathon County during a joint meeting on October 2, 2018. The Committee and the Commission both unanimously recommended the acceptance of the donation of land from the Foundation and to designate the land as a Special Use County Forest to the Environmental Resources Committee. Both the Commission and the Committee did also request that staff reach out to the Joan and Thomas Miller family, if possible, to get their approval of the transfer of land. Thomas Miller passed away in 1999 but staff was able to speak with Joan Miller. I signed letter from Joan Miller is attached supporting the donation of the land to the County.

On November 1, 2018, the Environmental Resources Committee unanimously moved

to approve the acceptance of the donation of the land and to designate the land as a Special Use County Forest and forward it to the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee. On December 3, 2018, HRFP unanimously passed a motion to also approve acceptance of the donation of land from the Wausau/Marathon County Parks Foundation and to designate the land as a Special Use County Forest to the County Board of Supervisors.

OPINION REGARDING REVERSIONARY CLAUSE

You have requested an opinion regading my interpretation of a reversionary clause contained in

the deed to 80 acres of property located in the Town of Easton.

The property is transferred to the Grantee [Wausau and Marathon County Parks

Foundation, inc.] for as long as the land is used by the Grantee for a public park or other

similar public use. If the property ceases to be used for a public park or similar use, the

property shall revert to the Grantors [Thomas O. Miller and Joan C. Miller] or their

children, if alive, at the time of reversion.

For the reasons stated below, it is my opinion that Marathon County may accept this donation

of property under the condition that it be used for a public park or other similar public purpose.

However, the reversionary interest in the original deed, dated January 2, 1987, would run with the land

and the county would be accepting the property under the same conditions (i.e. reversion to the original

donors or their children). The Commission and the county may choose to accept the gift “as is” or may

choose to require the Foundation to clear the title before acceptance.

The main concern is the language in the reversionary clause that establishes the condition “as

long as the land is used by the Grantee for a public park or other similar public use.” Is the language so

restrictive that only the Foundation is permitted to use the property? The terms used by Dr. Miller in a

letter, dated December 4, 1986, to the Marathon County Parks Director are instructive as to intent. Dr.

Miller detailed his agreement to donate the property to the Foundation. One of the terms was: “The

land would revert back to me if the land is sold or traded off, or it is decided not to turn it into a park.”

The donor went on to explain, “My family and I are excited about preserving this piece of land with its

beautiful trees for Marathon County. I am convinced that this is a unique and beautiful piece of land

that in two more generations will be even more valuable.”

In this case, the Foundation is not selling or trading the property for something of value. The

Foundation proposes to donate the property to Marathon County as a successor in interest. In that

sense, the Foundation proposes to continue the public purpose of using the land for a public park or

similar public use.

The county is authorized under Wis. Stats., §59.52(19), to accept donations, gifts or grants for

any public governmental purpose within the powers of the county. Furthermore, Wis. Stats.,

§59.52(6)(c), which governs transfers of property acquired by the county, indicates that the legislature

has contemplated conditional donations. The statute provides that the board may direct the clerk to

lease, sell or convey county property, unless “donated and required to be held for a special purpose.”

It should also be noted that Wis. Stats., §27.05, authorizes the county to acquire property for

park purposes. Subsec. (2) specifically authorizes the park commission to “accept in the name of the

county grants, conveyances, and devises of land and donations of money of money for park purposes.”

In conclusion, it is my opinion that the commission and the County may accept the proffered

donation, but if it does it will take the property with the reversionary clause attached.

RESOLUTION #R-60- 18

APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO ACQUIRE STATE FUNDING THROUGH THE KNOWLES-NELSON STEWARDSHIP GRANT PROGRAM

WHEREAS, the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee, Environmental Resources Committee and the

Forestry/Recreation Committee recommends approving an application to acquire funding through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Program; and

WHEREAS, the landowner of 199.84 acres in Section 3, Township 30 North, Range 9 East, Town of Hewitt, Marathon County, Wisconsin has indicated they are interested in selling the property and is willing to work with the County on a transaction; and

WHEREAS, the County Board has the authority to acquire said property for the purpose of establishing County Forest land pursuant to SS. 28.10 Wis. Stats; and

WHEREAS, said Stewardship Grant Program may provide funding up to 50% of the acquisition price; and

WHEREAS, balance of funding is available from the Forestry Segregated Land Purchase and State Aid Accounts; and

WHEREAS, acquisition of this property would perpetually provide forest products to our local economy, revenues to the County, outdoor recreation opportunities to the public, and improve property administration on the County Forest; and

WHEREAS, the leadership of the Town of Hewitt supports the County acquiring the property; NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does hereby ordain and resolve that the County request grant funding available from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources under the “Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Land Acquisition Grant Program” HEREBY AUTHORIZES the proper County officials to act on behalf of Marathon County to submit an application to the State of Wisconsin for land acquisition grant funding; negotiate, and secure an appraisal on the above described property. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Marathon County recognizes and acknowledges that if financial assistance is made available by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and the County accepts the financial assistance, the County will comply with State rules for the program and meet the financial obligations under the grant; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Board will be notified if grant funding becomes available and then will consider authorization for the acquisition.



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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

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HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE AND PROPERTY COMMITTEE __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

__________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Fiscal Impact Estimate: No County Tax Levy.

RESOLUTION #R-61-18

APPROVING AN APPLICATION TO ACQUIRE STATE FUNDING THROUGH THE KNOWLES-NELSON STEWARDSHIP GRANT PROGRAM

WHEREAS, the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee, Environmental Resources Committee and the

Forestry/Recreation Committee recommends approving an application to acquire funding through the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Grant Program; and

WHEREAS, the landowner of 200 acres in Sections 23 and 26, Township 30 North, Range 9 East, Town of Hewitt, Marathon County, Wisconsin has indicated they are interested in selling the property and is willing to work with the County on a transaction; and

WHEREAS, the County Board has the authority to acquire said property for the purpose of establishing County Forest land pursuant to SS. 28.10 Wis. Stats; and

WHEREAS, said Stewardship Grant Program may provide funding up to 50% of the acquisition price; and

WHEREAS, balance of funding would be determined at a later date and be approved by County Board resolution; and

WHEREAS, acquisition of this property would perpetually provide forest products to our local economy, revenues to the County, outdoor recreation opportunities to the public, and improve property administration on the County Forest; and

WHEREAS, the leadership of the Town of Hewitt supports the County acquiring the property; NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does hereby ordain and resolve that the County request grant funding available from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources under the “Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Land Acquisition Grant Program” HEREBY AUTHORIZES the proper County officials to act on behalf of Marathon County to submit an application to the State of Wisconsin for land acquisition grant funding; negotiate, and secure an appraisal on the above described property. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Marathon County recognizes and acknowledges that if financial assistance is made available by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and the County accepts the financial assistance, the County will comply with State rules for the program and meet the financial obligations under the grant; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Board will be notified if grant funding becomes available and then will consider authorization for the acquisition.



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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

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HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE AND PROPERTY COMMITTEE __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

__________________________ __________________________ __________________________ __________________________ Fiscal Impact Estimate: No County Tax Levy.

RESOLUTION #R -62- 18

TO APPROVE THE ANNUAL COUNTY FOREST WORK PLAN

WHEREAS, Marathon County has lands enrolled in the Wisconsin County Forest Land Program commonly referred to as the Marathon County Forest; and WHEREAS, the Marathon County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan requires an annual work plan to be approved by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors to be eligible for certain grant funding per §28.11(5)(b), Wis. Stats.; and WHEREAS, the Forestry/Recreation Committee approved the 2019 Forestry Division Work Plan at its regular meeting held December 4, 2018; and WHEREAS, the Marathon County Board of Supervisors adopted the 2019 Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department Budget at its budget meeting November 15, 2018. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the County Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does hereby ordain and resolve as follows: To approve and adopt the attached 2019 Forestry Division Work Plan. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED AND RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is directed to issue checks pursuant to this resolution and the Treasurer to honor said checks. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018.

FORESTRY/RECREATION COMMITTEE ______________________________ _______________________________

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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE ________________________________ _________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________

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Fiscal Impact Estimate: No Budgetary Tax Levy Impact. If the Resolution is not approved, the County would lose $57,215.00 State Grant Funds.

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Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department Forestry Division 2019 Work Plan

Personnel: Forest Administrator 1.00 FTE

County Forester 0.80 FTE Director 0.06 FTE Department Clerical Support 0.50 FTE Maintenance Specialist (labor) 0.26 FTE Maintenance Technician (labor) 0.26 FTE Chief Ranger 0.04 FTE DNR Cooperative Assistance 0.30 FTE

(State Funded) Total 3.22 FTE

A. Timber Management:

1. Evaluate a minimum of 5% of the forest (1500 acres) and update compartment reconnaissance.

2. Establish and advertise 625-675 acres of timber for sale. Timber sale acreage and locations are determined using the Wisconsin Forest Inventory and Reporting System (WisFIRS) and proposed harvest maps in chapter 900 of the County Fifteen Year Comprehensive Plan. Specific locations and details about timber harvests scheduled for the coming year can be obtained by contacting the County Parks, Recreation and Forestry Office.

3. Administer the cutting and scaling of twenty-five timber sales on 1,722 acres established on County Forest Land with an estimated stumpage value of $1,173,428.11.

4. Allow forest succession to naturally convert some oak and aspen stands to hardwood. 5. Complete deer browse surveys at Big Eau Pleine Park and County forests to determine to

what extent tree regeneration is being affected. 6. Utilize a DNR Sustainable Forestry Grant if awarded to remove undesirable brush and

trees to allow for oak regeneration. 7. Classify habitat types on a minimum of 1000 acres.

8. Calculate allowable harvest levels out 20 and 30 years to ensure sustainability. 9. Evaluate 35-40 year-old aspen stands to determine feasibility of harvesting stands early to

improve age class distribution and stabilize harvest levels. 10. Issue approximately 20 firewood permits. 11. Evaluate release needs for all acres of red pine planted since 2002. Release plantations by

mechanical or herbicides as needed.

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12. Continue to assist the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources with an oak wilt study to confirm the frill-girdle-herbicide method to stop the disease from spreading through interconnected root systems.

13. Plant approximately 500 white spruce and red pine at two locations on the County forest. 14. Continue implementing the policy on annosum root rot disease requiring contractors to

spray conifer stumps with fungicide to prevent infection according to DNR recommendations.

15. Establish timber sales on selected park properties as directed. 16. Monitor timber sales for unauthorized timber removal using the video detection system. 17. Monitor, evaluate, and treat oak wilt pockets in Nine Mile and other Forest Units.

18. Monitor, evaluate, and treat invasive species on the forest. 19. Apply techniques that reduce the ash component in forest stands on County forest and

Park lands according to DNR recommendations due to Emerald Ash borer being found in the County for the first time in 2017.

B. Road, Trail, and Facility Construction and Maintenance:

1. Continue the contract with APHIS for beaver control. 2. Inspect county forest and park boundaries as needed to control encroaching uses from

neighboring private land owners. 3. Contract with professional land surveyors to complete surveys where needed to facilitate

administration between County Forest and private lands. 4. Mow 50 miles of hunter walking trails and associated wildlife openings.

5. Mow all forest road ditches in the County Forest. 6. Maintain pit toilets at Bitzke Nature Trail, Burma Road and Nine Mile Forest Units. 7. Continue to assist law enforcement for illegal tree stands, unauthorized motorized use,

and dumping on County Forest property. 8. Continue to assist law enforcement to enforce seasonal closures and ordinance violations

at Nine Mile and other Forest Units. 9. Resurface up to 3 miles of trails in Kronenwetter and Leathercamp Forest Units.

10. Maintain 6.48 miles of certified County Forest Roads. 11. Fabricate and install gates where needed. 12. Place granite on roads and trails in Forest Units to patch holes as needed. 13. Check the National Heritage Inventory Database (NHI) and the Wildlife Action Plan for

endangered resources on any project that occurs on the County Forest. 14. Complete a County Conservation Aids project at Scholfield Park that replaces two piers. 15. Complete a County Conservation Aids Project at DC Everest Park that replaces boat

planks and asphalt near the landing. 16. Replace culverts in Leathercamp, Kronenwetter, Nine Mile, and Burma Forest Units as

needed. 17. Continue mitigation of the 2010 flood using a FEMA grant at the Bern Forest Unit.


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C. Land and Equipment: 1. Negotiate the purchase of additional lands to enter as County Forest that will improve

blocking, facilitate management that aligns with the Marathon County Strategic and County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plans.

2. Accept a donation of 80 acres of Park Foundation property in the Town of Easton and enter the property under the County Forest Special Use designation.

3. Maintain all vehicles and equipment. D. Developed Recreation (Non-Motorized): 1. Participate in the planning, administration and approval of all trail construction,

expansions, relocations, and maintenance on County Forest Lands. 2. Monitor reconstruction of 2 km of the Nine Mile ski trail to improve trail profile and

surface characteristics. 3. Assist park facilities division in administering intensive recreation at Nine Mile. 4. Utilize volunteers to brush up to 20 km of ski trail. 5. Monitor the non-motorized recreation on County Forest Land.

E. Developed Recreation (Motorized):

1. Participate in the planning, administration, and approval of all trail construction, expansions, relocations, and maintenance on County Forest Lands.

2. Monitor and approve reconstruction of the Burma Road Forest ATV/UTV trails. 3. The Central Wisconsin Trailblazers ATV/UTV club will maintain 11 miles of ATV/UTV

trail in the Burma Road Forest to include brushing, grading, signing, and mowing. 4. Assess all trails and land in the Burma Road Forest to protect the resource from excessive

soil erosion and to prevent illegal off-trail use. 5. Volunteers will brush up to 30 miles of snowmobile trail on County Forest Land.

6. Monitor the snowmobile program on County Forest Land. 7. Monitor and enforce ordinances pertaining to the unauthorized motorized use

(ATV/UTV) on all County Forest Units. F. Wildlife Management: (Partially Grant funded)

1. Complete work identified in the DNR annual wildlife work plan. (See attached plan). 2. Mow flowage dikes, forest trails and select openings for brush control. 3. Seed select forest trails following timber sales to enhance wildlife habitat.

4. Improve forest opening condition through mechanical and chemical applications. 5. Cooperate with the DNR on identifying tag alder to shear in the Harrison-Hewitt and

Leather Camp Forest Units.

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6. Cooperate with the Ruffed Grouse Society and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service on tag alder shearing in Harrison-Hewitt Forest Unit.

G. Administration and GIS:

1. Implement the 2006-2020 County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan. 2. Begin drafting the 2021-2035 County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan. 3. Develop and improve the Forestry Division portion on the Department’s web page. 4. Continue to work with the Forest Citizen’s Advisory Subcommittee for county forests to

address issues of concern including use conflicts at Nine Mile during the fall season, the sustainability of mountain biking, equestrian user needs, and the impact of forest management on hunting.

5. Amend the County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan to reflect ordinance, boundary, and policy changes.

6. Continue implementing marking guidelines, Best Management Practices for Invasive Species and Biomass Harvesting guidelines on the County Forest.

7. Attend the Annual DNR integrated planning meeting to evaluate, maintain, and improve the County/DNR partnership.

8. Develop interpretive displays explaining the benefits of sustainable forest management for display at recreation areas.

9. Monitor and administer all road use, land use, and other agreements/leases currently on County Forest Lands. Develop new agreements or leases when appropriate.

10. Implement and monitor third party Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) forest certification on the Marathon County Forest.

11. Coordinate integration of the County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan with the Marathon County Comprehensive and Strategic Plans.

12. Continue to implement the DNR Wisconsin Forest Inventory Reporting System (WisFIRS).

13. Continue monitoring the effects of deer browsing on forest regeneration within the deer exclosures at Big Eau Pleine Park.

14. Follow the Bern Flowage emergency action plan, if required, due to flooding. 16. Review county zoning to ensure alignment with the County Forest Comprehensive Land

Use Plan. 17. Apply for grants and permits that accomplish County Forest and Park land improvements. 18. Supervise the County Forester and other seasonal employees. 19. Continue to educate the new Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation and

Forestry Director on County Forest management. 20. Continue to be part of an administration team working on culture and strategic planning

to meet to Department and County goals.


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H. Public Outreach/Professional Development: 1. Participate in school career programs and make at least two classroom presentations on

forestry and natural resource management. 2. Participate on the editorial board for the 21st annual Forests Forever supplement in the

Wausau Daily Herald and submit articles for publication. 3. Participate in job shadows introducing students into the forestry profession if time allows. 4. Continue to assist the public with insect, disease, and timber management information.

5. Give two tours on the County Forest including UW-Stevens Point and the Forestry/Recreation Committee.

6. Attend appropriate professional development training. 7. Maintain membership in the Society of American Foresters. 8. Attend Forest Certification training as required. 9. Continue to work with the Wisconsin County Forests Association(WCFA) by serving as a

member of the Legislative/Forest Certification Committee on issues affecting County Forests.

10. Continue involvement on numerous WCFA committee’s advancing the practice of forestry.

11. Participate in the revision of the WCFA strategic plan 2019-2024. 12. Continue updating maps to be included in new Forest Unit brochures and website for the

public. 13. Revise and develop recreational maps for the public including cross country skiing,

snowmobiling, equestrian and single track mountain biking for County Park and Forest lands.

RESOLUTION NO. R-63-18

APPLICATION FOR COUNTY FOREST ACREAGE SHARE LOAN PAYMENT

WHEREAS, Counties having lands entered as “County Forest Lands”, under the provisions of Sec. 28.11(4)(b), Wis. Stats., annually receive from the state a non-interest bearing loan to be used for the purchase, development, preservation and maintenance of such lands; and

WHEREAS, said loan monies are repaid through a 20% severance tax on timber revenue coming from County Forest Lands unless a higher rate is mutually agreed to by the County and the department; and

WHEREAS, the current provisions of Sec. 28.11 (8)(b)1 make it possible for the County, at its option to receive not more than 50 cents per acre to meet the needs identified in its County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon, in consideration of meeting the needs identified in its County Forest Comprehensive Land Use Plan hereby request the Department of Natural Resources to provide the 2019 payment to the County on the basis of 50 cents for each acre of Marathon County Forest Lands; and

BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED AND RESOLVED that the Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to file this request with the Department of Natural Resources prior to December 31st preceding the year in which said payment is being requested to be made. Dated this 18th day of December, 2018.

FORESTRY/RECREATION COMMITTEE ________________________________ _________________________________

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ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE ________________________________ _________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________ ________________________________

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Fiscal Impact: Wausau and Marathon County Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department will receive $14,811.24 as an interest free loan for forest maintenance and development.

Resolution # R-64-18

A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2018 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET AND

THE 2018-2022 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM TO FUND COUNTY HIGHWAY Z BRIDGE REPLACEMENT OVER THE EAU CLAIRE RIVER WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Marathon County approved the 2018–2022 Capital

Improvement Program and Budget; and WHEREAS, the Capital Improvement Program is a dynamic process and subject, pursuant to

Resolution R-89-91, to periodic review and/or amendment; and, WHEREAS, there is currently a Highway Bridge Project on County Highway Z that need to be

funded in the 2018 Capital Improvement Plan to be completed; and WHEREAS, the bridge project has Federal funds of $878.000 and $200,000 in Highway

department funds to complete the project; and WHEREAS, there is a request by the Highway department for the Capital Improvement Fund

to help pay a portion of the costs in the amount of $183,341 as a 2018 CIP project request; and

WHEREAS, the Human Resources, Finance & Property Committee has reviewed the request

and has recommended approval of the transfer from the 2018 Capital Improvement Fund in the amount of $183,341 to the Highway Fund to complete the project; and

WHEREAS, the Human Resources, Finance & Property Committee of the Board of

Supervisors of Marathon County recommends amendment of the 2018-2022 Capital Improvement Program and transfer the funds from the County’s 2018 Contingency Fund as follows:

1. Amend the 2018 CIP Project Improvement to add: the County’s share of the

County Highway Z Bridge over the Eau Claire River in the amount of $383,341 with a total costs of $1,261,341

2. Increase the 2018 CIP budget funding for the project of $183,341

3. Transfer funding of $ 183,341 from the 2018 CIP Fund to the Highway Fund

to complete the project.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does hereby resolve and ordain to amend the 2018–2022 Capital Improvement Program as indicated above.


HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE AND PROPERTY COMMITTEE Fiscal Impact: This reflects an amendment to the 2018 CIP Budget and will change the 2018–2022 program and funding of programs. The amendment will not add additional tax levy. The 2018 CIP be amended to record the Highway Bridge project and will transfer $183,341 for the Project to the Highway fund for construction of the bridge.

RESOLUTION # R-65- 18 APPROVE 2018 BUDGET TRANSFERS FOR MARATHON COUNTY

DEPARTMENT APPROPRIATIONS

WHEREAS, Section 65.90(5)(a) dictates that appropriations in the Marathon County budget may not be modified unless authorized by a vote of two-thirds of the entire membership of the County Board of Supervisors, and WHEREAS, the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee has reviewed and does recommend the 2018 transfers listed below, and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Marathon County Board of Supervisors authorize and direct the budget transfers as listed below: Transfer from: Health 274-325 Donation from Private Organization revenue Transfer to: Health 274-325 Expenditures Amount: $199,880 Re: Community Based Behavioral Health Program Phase II

Transfer from: Health 420-339 Grant Revenue Transfer to: Health 420-339 Expenditures Amount: $33,618 Re: Hearing and Vision Grant 2018-2019

Transfer from: Highway 801-296 Brine Making Sale of Materials Transfer to: Highway 801-296 Brine Making Expense Amount: $8,000 Re: Track cost of Brine Making cost pool for WI DOT

Transfer from: Highway 801-285 Machinery Revenue/Insurance Recovery Transfer to: Highway 801-285 Other Capital Equipment Amount: $6,823 Re: Track equipment cost for new equipment and repair when equipment is

damaged Transfer from: Highway 801-269 Revenue Consumable Tools Transfer to: Highway 801-269 Field Small Tools Costs pool Amount: $4,400 Re: Record the cost of small tool sin the field and report in the Field Small Tool

cost pool That a Class 1 Notice of this transaction be published within (10) days of its adoption; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County Board of Supervisors hereby authorizes and directs the Marathon County Clerk to issue checks pursuant to this resolution and the Marathon County Treasurer to honor said checks. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper officers of Marathon County are hereby authorized and directed to take all actions necessary to effect this policy.

Respectfully submitted this 18th day of December 2018.

HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE AND PROPERTY COMMITTEE

___________________________ ___________________________

___________________________ ___________________________

___________________________ ___________________________

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Fiscal Note: This resolution modifies the revenues and expenditures for various County funds. There is no additional County levy appropriated in this resolution.

RESOLUTION NO. R-66-18

APPROVAL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH LANGLADE COUNTY TO PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES FOR CHAP. 54/55 CASES AND EXPANSION OF POSITIONS IN CORPORATION

COUNSEL

WHEREAS, the Office of Corporation Counsel has identified an opportunity to assist Langlade County in processing Chapter 54/55 cases, which will include attorney time to consult with NCHC staff, prosecute cases and appeals, travel to court when necessary, and support staff time to draft pleadings, organize and manage case files, contact witnesses, coordinate with Langlade County Probate, and schedule court time, and

WHEREAS, the department submitted a proposal to County Administration and the Employee Resources Department for consideration and to reclassify a Full-time Assistant Corporation Counsel position (Pay Level C42) and create a full-time Paralegal position (Pay Level B32) and increase a .78 FTE Assistant Corporation Counsel positon to full-time, and

WHEREAS, County Administration supports and the Employee Resources Department has evaluated

the request, and calculated the cost based on the reclassification and increase of FTE time; and WHEREAS, this request from the Corporation Counsel’s Office was referred to the Human Resources,

Finance & Property Committee for review and recommendation; and WHEREAS, the Human Resources, Finance & Property Committee approved the request to reclassify a

full-time Assistant Corporation Counsel (Pay Level C42) and create a full-time Paralegal position (Pay Level B32) and increase a .78 FTE Assistant Corporation Counsel positon to full-time at their meeting on 12/3/2018, and recommends its adoption.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marathon does ordain the following to be effective January 1, 2019:

(1) Approves Marathon County Corporation Counsel entering into an Intergovernmental Agreement to provide legal services on behalf of Langlade County as set forth above. (2) A. Reclassify a full-time Assistant Corporation Counsel (Pay Level C42) and create a full-time

Paralegal position (Pay Level B32). B. Increase a .78 FTE Assistant Corporation Counsel positon to full-time.

DATED: December 18, 2018 HUMAN RESOURCES, FINANCE & PROPERTY COMMITTEE

________________________________ _______________________________

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ESTIMATED FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT: Fully funded reorganization due to reduction in expenditure caused by reclassification from Attorney position to Paralegal and revenue generated from Langlade County in the amount of $10,000 per year of the contract.

Fiscal Impact Statement: None.

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RESOLUTION #R‐67‐18

AMENDING MARATHON COUNTY

METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAWS

WHEREAS, the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission has been established pursuant to §59.69 of the Wisconsin Statutes; and WHEREAS, the membership of the Commission is currently comprised of 14 metro‐area communities, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and the chair of Marathon County’s Infrastructure Committee; and WHEREAS, the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission functions as the federally designated Wausau Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). WHEREAS, Marathon County staffs the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission with staff from the Conservation, Planning, and Zoning Department. WHEREAS, the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission is a part of the organizational structure of Marathon County and any bylaw changes for the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission needs to be approved by the County Board. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors for the County of Marathon does hereby approve the amendment to the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning Commission bylaws as attached. Respectfully submitted this _____ day of December, 2018.

INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE

COUNTY BOARD

MARATHON COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION

BYLAWS ARTICLE I - NAME Section 1. The name of this commission shall be the Marathon County Metropolitan Planning

Commission and hereinafter, shall be referred to as the Commission. ARTICLE II - PURPOSE AND GOALS Section 1. To the extent authorized by State Statutes, the Commission shall be an advisory

body to the Marathon County Board of Supervisors; the Executive Committee of the Marathon County Board of Supervisors; and to local units of government within the metropolitan planning area.

The objectives of this Commission shall be to promote public health, safety, convenience, and general welfare.

The Commission shall be concerned with studies and recommendations relating to activities including but not limited to land-use; natural resources; utilities; and transportation systems within the metropolitan planning area.

ARTICLE III - COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP Section 1. The members of the Commission shall be the chief elected officials of all the

municipalities or a designee as authorized in writing by the chief elected official within the urbanized area of the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) boundary. The Towns of Mosinee, Rib Mountain, Stettin, Wausau, and Weston, Villages of Brokaw, Kronenwetter, Maine, Rothschild and Weston, Cities of Mosinee, Schofield and Wausau; a representative from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation; and a representative of the Marathon County Infrastructure Committee.

ARTICLE IV - TERM OF OFFICE Section 1. A member shall remain on the commission until a successor has been duly elected

or appointed, or until his/her death, resignation, disqualification, incapacity to serve, or removal in accordance with the law.

ARTICLE V - OFFICERS Section 1. The officers of the Commission shall be a Chairperson, a Vice-Chairperson and a

Secretary.

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Section 2. Chairperson – The Chairperson shall preside over all meetings and may appoint

other members to represent the MPO on councils, committees, task forces, etc. or at meetings or other events, or to perform certain tasks.

Section 3. Vice Chairperson – In the event of the Chairperson’s absence or at his direction, the

Vice Chairperson shall assume the powers and duties of the Chairperson. Section 4. Secretary – The Director of the Marathon County Conservation, Planning, and

Zoning Department shall serve as the Secretary of the Commission. This will be an ex officio position. The Secretary shall provide or otherwise delegate staff services for the MPO, as needed, and will be responsible for taking summary minutes of the Commission’s proceedings and be the custodian of all records and documents of the Commission and MPO.

Section 5. Alternates – Upon written notice to the Chairperson, each member community may

appoint an alternate to its representative. That alternate member may serve as a full voting member during any meeting where that community’s representative is not in attendance. Proxy and absentee voting are not permitted.

Section 6. Appointment of Officers – The County Board Chairperson shall appoint the

Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Commission for a term of two years at the first regularly scheduled meeting after the spring elections in April of the even numbered years. The newly appointed Chairperson and Vice Chairperson shall take office immediately following the appointment. If an officer leaves their position as described in Article IV, Section 1, the County Board Chairperson shall appoint a replacement officer as soon as possible.

ARTICLE VI - MEETINGS Section 1. The Commission shall meet as required. Special meetings may be called by the

Chairperson, by petition of three (3) members of the Commission, or the Secretary. Section 2. Commission meetings shall be conducted in accordance with Robert's Rules of

Order; Newly Revised Edition and the Open Meetings Law of Wisconsin. Section 3. Commission meetings shall be open to the public. Section 4. In the absence of the Chairperson and the Vice Chairperson, the Secretary may

preside over that particular meeting. In the absence of all three officers the remaining members of the Commission may elect a person to preside over the meeting and assume the powers and duties of the Chairperson for that particular meeting.

ARTICLE VII - QUORUM Section 1. At any meeting of the Commission, a quorum shall consist of at least six (6)

members a majority of the total current membership of the Commission.


Section 2. Each member shall have all voting privileges and be entitled to one (1) vote. ARTICLE VIII - SUB-COMMITTEES Section 1. The Commission may create sub-committees to carry on the purposes and goals of

the Commission, and the Commission Chairperson shall designate the chairperson of those committees. Sub-committee meetings shall be governed by Article VI above.

Section 2. The Commission shall appoint a Technical Advisory Committee, made up of

technical transportation representatives to advise the Commission on transportation matters. The Technical Advisory Committee shall be composed of staff from the municipalities within the MPO planning boundary; representatives from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation; representatives from the Federal Highway Administration; a representative from the Wausau Area Chamber of Commerce; a representative from the North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (NCWRPC); a representative from the Wausau Area Transit System (WATS); a representative from the Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA); the Marathon County Highway Commissioner; and Conservation, Planning and Zoning Department Staff.

Section 3. The Commission shall appoint a Water Quality Management Technical Advisory

Committee, made up of technical water quality management representatives to advise the Commission on water quality management matters. The Water Quality Management Technical Advisory Committee shall be composed of staff from the municipalities within the 208 Sewer Service Area boundary (Towns of Mosinee and Rib Mountain, Villages of Kronenwetter, Maine, Rothschild and Weston, Cities of Mosinee, Schofield and Wausau), Town of Mosinee, representative from North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission (NCWRPC), a representative from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and Marathon County Conservation, Planning and Zoning Department Staff.

Section 4. Such other Technical Advisory committees may be appointed on a temporary basis

by the Chairperson, which are deemed necessary to carry out the functions and responsibilities to the Commission. The Chairperson shall designate the chairperson of these committees.

ARTICLE IX - GENERAL Section 1. The Commission may cooperate with, and contribute or accept services from

Federal, State, or local agencies, public or semi-public agencies, private individuals, or corporations and may carry out such cooperative undertakings.

Section 2. The Marathon County Conservation, Planning and Zoning Department will be the

staff for the Commission. Section 3. To keep Marathon County’s Executive Committee informed of the Commission’s

activities, the Executive Committee will receive the yearly Unified Planning Work Program and budget.


Section 4. All Commission member communities shall pay a percentage of the local share necessary to fund the required Commission functions. The allocation of cost for each community shall be determined by a majority vote of the commission members. The allocation of costs will be represented in the annual Unified Planning Work Program.

ARTICLE X - AMENDMENTS Section 1. A majority vote of the Marathon County Executive Committee shall be required to

forward any amendment to these Bylaws to the Marathon County Board of Supervisors. A majority vote of the Marathon County Board of Supervisors shall be required to amend these Bylaws. Approval of the amendments by the Marathon County Board of Supervisors shall be obtained before the amendment is effective.

RESOLUTION R-68-18

RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT INCREASED COMPENSATION FOR DEFENSE COUNSEL ASSIGNED BY THE STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER

WHEREAS, both the United States Constitution and the Wisconsin State Constitution provide that persons

accused of a crime have the right to a speedy, public trial by jury, the right to confront accusers, and the right to counsel, and

WHEREAS, the United States Supreme Court established that the government must afford effective counsel to indigent defendants, and

WHEREAS, the Wisconsin Office of the State Public Defender (SPD) is charged with the responsibility to provide effective counsel to indigent defendants. Where the SPD staff is unable to provide representation, due to conflict or other reasons, the SPD appoints private attorneys to provide effective representation. Nearly 40% of all SPD cases are appointed to private attorneys, and

WHEREAS, the compensation rate for private bar appointed attorneys in Wisconsin is $40.00 per hour, and has not been increased since 1995. The $40/hour rate is the lowest compensation rate in the nation, failing to cover an appointed attorney’s overhead costs. As a result of the nominal compensation rate, private attorneys are increasingly declining to accept SPD appointments, which is creating an increasing burden on the courts and Wisconsin Counties, and

WHEREAS, financial costs to Counties are increasing as accused persons are being held in jail longer pending appointment of counsel and circuit court judges are being forced to appoint counsel at county expense, and

WHEREAS, in addition to the financial costs to Counties, delayed appointments of counsel adversely affect the accused, lead to inefficiency for courts and law enforcement agencies, and delay justice and potential closure for crime victims, and

WHEREAS, in May of 2018 the Wisconsin Supreme Court authorized an increase in the hourly rate for attorneys appointed by courts at county expense from $70.00/hr. to $100.00/hr., effective January 1st, 2020, and

WHEREAS, the disparity created between the two rates, SPD $40.00/hr., County $100.00/hr., will cause private attorneys to refuse SPD cases, further exacerbating costs to the Counties, the accused, victims, and justice system stakeholders and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Marathon County Board of Supervisors does hereby implore the State of Wisconsin to provide sufficient resources to the Office of the Public Defender to ensure the criminal justice system operates effectively and efficiently, including increasing the rate of reimbursement for private attorneys appointed by the Public Defender to a market rate that will ensure prompt appointment of counsel and that cases are handled in a timely and efficient manner, by at minimum, increasing the hourly rate paid to SPD appointed private attorneys to the same amount as those recently authorized by the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Clerk is directed to send a copy of this resolution to the Governor, the Wisconsin Counties Association, the Wisconsin Towns Association, the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, all members of the State Legislature and to each Wisconsin County, and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that publication of this resolution may occur through posting in accordance with Section 985.02 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Dated this _____ day of December, 2018.

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ____________________________________ ____________________________________

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____________________________________ Fiscal Impact: No direct cost. It is anticipated that if public defender pay is increased that the County’s cost of court appointed defense counsel will be reduced. There will also be some reduction of jail bed days, as delays will be minimized.

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